What is a GST Receipt? Australia & New Zealand Explained
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In Australia and New Zealand, a GST receipt is the proof of purchase that shows the goods and services tax included in a sale, essential for business expense and input-tax claims.
Quick Answer
A GST receipt (tax invoice) shows the seller, their ABN/GST number, the date, items, total, and the GST included, 10% in Australia, 15% in New Zealand. The ATO and IRD require it for input-tax credits and expense claims.
What an Australian GST receipt needs
For purchases over A$82.50, a valid tax invoice must show the seller’s identity and ABN, the date, a description of the items, the GST amount (or a statement that the total includes 10% GST), and the total. Keep it to claim GST credits and deductions.
Recreate a GST receipt
Use our Australian GST receipt template, including links to Woolworths, Coles, and Bunnings, or browse the New Zealand templates like Pak’nSave. Each provides editable GST fields for documenting confirmed transaction details.
Create a GST receipt
Edit items, GST, and store details, then download a clean PDF.
FAQ
GST is 10% in Australia and 15% in New Zealand, and it is included in the displayed price.
For tax invoices over A$82.50, yes, the seller’s ABN is required for the buyer to claim a GST credit.